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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Giving Thanks

What's It Wednesday #143

This time of year can bring joy as well as sadness. Currently I am in constant prayer for a beloved friend of mine who is fighting for her life. In the middle of her struggle I received a call saying my step-mom was also gravely ill and needed to be placed in Hospice. Unfortunately, this amazing woman passed away just a few short days later.

As thanksgiving approaches I have been reflecting on the good folks that are in my life. This prompts a perfect opportunity to celebrate for celebration sake.

Calling a dear friend or family member over for a holiday dessert can brighten anyone's day. Grabbing a cake from the local bakery would make any one feel special.

This Cajun Lemonade has just enough rum and hot sauce to get the party started.

I will try to reflect on this moment throughout the year every year and make every effort to celebrate the people in my life. Everyone needs to know how much we mean to each other. This holiday season, I am going to start by giving thanks for having each and everyone of you in my life here in Blogland. Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!

How will you be giving thanks this holiday season?

xoxoxo

Paula

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Sorry to hear about the loss of your step mom. That's an especially difficult thing to deal with during the holidays. I hope you are surrounded by the support of those you love...hoping your friend will recover. Thank you for hosting in this trying time. Hugs.

Evening Paula, It's good to see a Thanksgiving posting and what it means to be thankful for family and friends. Thanksgiving is so overlooked in our world of "retail"....it bothers me. I will be praying/interceding for your friend....Have a blessed and wonderful Thanksgiving~~~Roxie

I am so sorry to learn of your friend's illness and the loss of your stepmother. That's a hard burden to bear and I hope you have friends and family around to support you. I admire your generosity of spirit in thinking of others at this time. Hugs for you and I hope memories of happier times will make your loss easier to bear.

You are so right that we need to take time to celebrate the people in our lives while they are still with us. Sorry for your loss and you are doing the best thing possible for your friend by praying. Thanks for hosting.

I grieve for you and send you prayers. I know very well the feelings of losing someone close. I hope that your beautiful memories will remind you of the love you shared and the joy these people brought to you life.

So sorry to hear about the loss of your step mom, Paula, as well as the very difficult health challenge of your friend. Praying for all involved.

Our lives, really, are about the people who are in them, the wonderful individuals who give meaning to our existence. Giving thanks for such blessings, is something I am grateful for every single day, and especially, at Thanksgiving.

I'm so very sorry to hear of your dear step moms passing and your beloved friends illness Paula. So important to treasure those dear to us and let them know in a tangible way they are in our hearts now. Thinking of you and sending hugs.

Happy Thanksgiving! I am sorry for your loss and sending good thoughts to your Dear friend. I try to enjoy and appreciate everyday and am thankful for all the friends and wonderful family in my life. Take care...Hugs,Wanda

A beautiful post, dear Paula. Prayers to your friend.I'm so very sorry about your step-mom. It is a blessing to focus on gratitude during hard times indeed. Sending hugs your way...and to Patti...xo- Irina

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